I've started taking part in a project called Embrace Happy, specifically an aspect of it called '3 Good Things'.
2015 is going to be a tough year for our family and I think trying to remember that 'while not all days are good, there is good in every day' will really help me to deal with the ups and downs, of which there will be many!
I am, what I often describe as, an optimistic pessimist: if I always assume that things will be negative or go wrong, then I will be pleasantly surprised. I joke about it, and by and large I do try and stay positive. But cor blimey, I can get wound up. I'm a very fiery tempered person, and if something winds me up then I bang on about it for about half an hour, then it's forgotten. But who does it help? Not me, not those around me who have to calm me down and listen to me. And let's face it, it's not good for my blood pressure, or my well being.
So from here on in, I'm attempting to find 3 Good Things every day. I don't know how I'll record them, possibly I'll go old school and use a notebook, I may share some from my week on here or on Instagram.
I've also chosen a word for 2015, a word to help me stay focused:
MOTIVATION
I'm pretty sure that my counsellor would prefer me to use acceptance, as I have a constant need to have other accept me. However, I didn't want to become weighed down in that thought. I'm going for motivation because I often start projects and don't finish them, enthusiasm wanes after the initial buzz and I give up. However, I need to stay motivated to see things through; various projects and ideas, weightloss, personal health, even to get going on a weekend morning and not waste the day!
There comes a point when things need to change, and this is that point.
Lovely steps in the right direction Mrs! So pleased you are joining in and I will do everything I can to support you in your journey!
Karin xx
I think motivation is a great word and definitely a word I will be keeping close to my heart too! x
well done you! very inspiring read and i wish you lots of luck – I know you can do it xx
Very inspiring word. Sorry to hear that you have a tough year coming up and we will be here to stand with you x
Another great New Year idea. I'm looking for inspiration for New Year goals and I like your 3 things a day project a lot. Thanks for this and good luck with it and 2015. xx
I love the word you chose and finding 3 positive things each day will make a huge difference 🙂 I wish you all the best and a Happy New Year! Thanks for linking #whatiwishfor2015
Yay! You did it. I'm really pleased you're on thus journey and we cross over again. I'm sure you can do it and I look forward to watching you succeed in doing so.
If you need picking up after tough times I am here.
Best wishes for a great 2015 x
Well done lovely, the first step is a big one and you have taken it. I know from experience that positivity can change your life. I wish you all the best. Mich x
good luck with your project, your journey, and your chosen specialist word, look forward to seeing some of the good things
Love this idea and the word. Might have to join you x
Lovely word. I am restarting the blog too to start focusing back on the positives, like I did when I began blogging.
I've followed Karen's 3 good things, on Instagram. I've loved them, as it's finding a reason to smile in the smallest of ways. I love the idea of picking a word for the year too, hope Motivation works for you, I wonder what mine would be? Xx